Serving 295 students in grades 9-12, Bismarck High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bismarck High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Bismarck High School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 132% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bismarck High School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bismarck High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
91%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bismarck High School's ranking?
Bismarck High School is ranked #122 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bismarck High School often compared to?
Bismarck High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Rose High School, Bismarck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bismarck High School?
The graduation rate of Bismarck High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bismarck High School?
295 students attend Bismarck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bismarck High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bismarck High School?
Bismarck High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bismarck High School offer ?
Bismarck High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bismarck High School part of?
Bismarck High School is part of Bismarck School District.
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